Visibility Related Problems of the 1998 GMC C1500

Table 1 shows three common visibility related problems of the 1998 GMC C1500. The number one most common problem is related to the windshield wiper/washer motor (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the windshield wiper/washer (one problem).

Table 1. Visibility related problems of GMC C1500


Recently reported Visibility problems of the 1998 GMC C1500

The Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problem

The wipers do not always work. There seems to be a short of some kind in the system. I can get them to work by manually moving them sometimes. Also I'm having a problem with the brake lights working. I have replaced the tail light assembly twice.   Read details...

The Windshield Wiper/washer problem

On a 1998 GMC sierra 1/2 ton pickup. Faulty windshield wiper control board. Solder joints pn control board will crack causing wipers to fail at random times, creating an unsafe situation when in traffic. Tapping or jerking on the wipers will temporarily reactivate them.   Read details...

The Exterior Rearview Mirror problem

The switch for the remote control outside mirrors caught fire. Ruining the switch, associated harness and the door panel. I have discussed this with my dealer quoting NHTSA campaign number 03v093000. He refuses to honor the recall saying my VIN was not included in the recall.   Read details...


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